Anita Patel

Sports Reporter · Naperville, IL

Anita Patel, a graduate of DePaul University, has over 8 years of experience covering high school athletics for various local publications. She has a deep passion for sports and youth development, often championing the stories of student-athletes making an impact in their communities.

12 stories from Anita Patel in Oak Brook

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Bourbonnais Township Park District celebrates 40th anniversary with free Exploration Station admissions

The Bourbonnais Township Park District is celebrating its 40th anniversary Friday, Nov. 6, with complimentary cake pops at any park district facility and free admission to the district’s Exploration Station.Bourbonnais Township Park District Executive Director Michael O’Shea said the district is...

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Single-family home sells in Hinckley for $528,000

A single-family home has changed hands.The house at 17535 Scott Road in Hinckley was sold on Oct. 2. The purchase price was $528,000. The property sits on a 10.4-acre lot.

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Breaking point: Rising costs grip ag economy

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Farmer sentiment has taken a noticeable step backward, but it is not simply that farmers have become more pessimistic about the future.There is a growing concern about the economics of operating the farm right now. And input costs are playing a huge role in that angst.The...

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La Salle library offers puzzle race and shark movie screening in November

The La Salle Public Library, 305 Marquette St., will hold several events and programs in November.The library is participating in a Battle of the Bookshelves Food food drive beginning Monday, Nov. 2. The La Salle Public Library will compete with the Peru Public Library to raise food donations. The...

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2026 IHSA playoffs: Steve Soucie’s Class 2A playoff analysis and picks

Round of 32 matchupsEastland-Pearl City (5-5) at Port Byron Riverdale (9-0): Eastland-Pearl City has one of the most deceptive records in the field having cut its teeth on tough competition in the NUIC Conference and was one of multiple league teams that forced running clocks in Round 1. Top-seeded...

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Single-family home sells in Batavia for $800,000

A 4,906-square-foot single-family home, built in 1989, has changed hands.The house at 601 Ridgelawn Trail in Batavia was sold on Oct. 16 for $800,000, or $163 per square foot. This two-story house has five bedrooms and three bathrooms. The interior features a fireplace. The property is equipped...

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2026 IHSA playoffs: Steve Soucie’s Class 1A playoff analysis and picks

Round of 32 matchupsGalena (6-4) at Heyworth (9-0): There was no fooling around by Galena in the opening round as it hung 72 points on Orr. There’s little question that the Pirates might be the most dangerous team in the state that finished fifth in their conference race. Heyworth finished the...

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CCL football: Here are 5 storylines to watch in the first round of the 2026 IHSA playoffs

The Chicago Catholic League will be well represented in the first round of the 2026 IHSA football playoffs. CCL teams went 12-1 during the opening round, while eight teams including defending state champions Mount Carmel, Brother Rice, Fenwick and Montini played well enough to earn opening-round...

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Huntley boys soccer advances to sectional finals with shutout win, St. Charles East falls in penalty kicks

When the ball entered the box, Tyler Murray’s mind drifted toward last year. In 2025, Huntley led St. Charles North by two goals in the sectional semifinals before falling by two goals in overtime. Flash forward one year and three days later, it was the same postseason round against the same...

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High school soccer coaches Vincent Mkhwanazi and Andy Stembridge shaking hands after a game

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Kankakee, Bradley-Bourbonnais have seasons end with losses in sectional semifinals

In a poignant twist of fate, two former teammates turned coaches found themselves on the brink of a thrilling rematch in the sectional semifinals, only to see their dreams dashed in a heart-wrenching fashion. Vincent Mkhwanazi and Andy Stembridge, once united on the field, now lead rival high...

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Putnam County volleyball team celebrating a point against Earlville in a regional quarterfinal match.

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Putnam County tops Earlville in straight sets in 1A regional quarterfinal

As the crowd buzzed with anticipation, Putnam County junior Britney Trinidad stood at the net, her heart racing with the thrill of competition. "We just beat them last week, but we knew they would come wanting to get us back," she shared, embodying the spirit of determination that filled the gym....

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Sycamore cruises past Belvidere; Dixon holds on in 2nd set to set up rematch of wild 2025 regional final

```json { "content": " In a dazzling display of skill and determination, the Sycamore volleyball team overwhelmed Belvidere with a staggering 25-2 victory. The air was electric as Khiara Thomas, a key player, shared, "It helps being on our home court and we really want our season to go far." This...

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